Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for the residents of Jefferson County, by supporting the delivery of health and human services.

JCDJFS BuildingChildren and adults are sometimes in danger of harm, unable to protect themselves, or have no one to assist them. To protect and assist these citizens, the Children Services Division is responsible for responding to reports of child abuse/neglect/dependency and has a fully qualified staff which investigates reports, provides supportive services to children and their families, and oversees foster care, a children’s home and adoption services. Adult protective services reduces or remedies conditions endangering adults, providing supportive services and referrals, job assistance, medical services and referrals to community resources. The Business Department facilitates services which enable the Income Maintenance, Social Service, and Child Support Divisions to function successfully. Jefferson County Department of Job and Family Services provides matching fund grants to organizations county-wide to assist with job training and other essential services.

Voter Registration

Jefferson County Department of Job and Family Services is a designated voter registration agency. Anyone may register to vote, or change their current voter registration address or name at this agency. Read more...

Non-Discrimination

The Jefferson County Department of Job and Family Services prohibits discrimination in all of its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability or political beliefs. Read more...

Social Services

Like children, adults are sometimes in danger of harm, unable to protect themselves, and have no one else to assist them. ODHS' Adult Protective Services reduces or remedies conditions causing endangerment to adults, maximizing the adult's independence and self-direction, and preventing unnecessary institutionalization.

Support services are provided by CDHSs which are guided by ODHS rules, policies and procedures. The Social Service staff assists with providing information, direct supportive services and referrals to community services for adults, families and children in Jefferson County.

Included in these services are:

  • Adult Protection
  • Transportation
  • Child Care
  • Home Based Services
  • Job Search
  • Healthchek
  • Pregnancy Related Services
  • County Medical Services
  • Referrals to Community Resources for:
    • Clothing
    • Housing
    • Food
    • Furniture
    • Medication